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–– Sail with us and enjoy Bidstrup © Karsten an informal, welcoming atmosphere, and truly THE NEW ERA authentic experiences in premium OF EXPEDITION surroundings.

WELCOME CRUISES T MS SPITSBERGEN SMALL SH EXPE IP ABOARD DITIO NS –– With over 127 years’ rom the moment you step on MS Spitsbergen, we want you experience of expedition cruising, to relax, discover new places, and learn fascinating facts. Stunning views and good company Taking full advantage of the quality facilities on board and MS Spitsbergen’s spacious Explorer lounge and bar offers magnificent explore with the experts. the great company of fellow guests and our friendly team. views of the scenery and serves as the social hub of the ship, where you F can always find a stimulating chat to join. The Explorer Lounge and Bar serves a tempting range of snacks, pastries and refreshments S Spitsbergen’s size and agility brings guests closer to natural throughout the day. and cultural wonders on unforgettable expeditions. On each Informal and engaged voyage we welcome approximately 300 guests, allowing you to Life on board a Hurtigruten expedition cruise is famously relaxed. enjoy a spacious home from home with everything that you need. This atmosphere is reflected in our casual dress code, where there’s no M need to change for dinner. Sleep tight At the end of the day, you’ll look forward to retiring to your comfortable Our friendly and helpful Expedition Teams love to share their experiences, Scandinavian-designed cabin or suite. Snuggle under the soft duvets and Community Spirit and make it a point to be available throughout the journey to welcome fine linen for a good night’s sleep, ready for the next day’s adventure. You will begin and end your voyage as a group so there is a real sense of your questions. You’ll discover that striking up conversations with community onboard. With a limited number of people, you’ll quickly get to your fellow explorers feels as natural as the landscapes around you. know your fellow guests and enjoy sharing stories in the Explorer Lounge We find that Hurtigruten crew and guests all share a love of the natural after a day of discovering beautiful destinations and wildlife. world and a strong sense of community.

Access to remote places Simply put, a small ship can take you to places bigger ships cannot reach. MS Spitsbergen is more manoeuvrable, making it possible for our experienced captains to bring you closer to nature, remote isles and settlements. This is a true ‘off the beaten track’ experience. Bertelsen © Ørjan Marakatt

Quick embarkment and disembarkment We have 127 years’ experience and take pride in offering seamless and © Agurtxane Concellon quick landings. A smaller ship allows you to begin your adventure at our destinations much quicker. © Karsten Bidstrup © Karsten © Ian Ratcliffe Farstad © Tor © Karsten Bidstrup © Karsten –– We look forward to helping –– To help you focus on enjoying you get the most out of your great experiences, we have included EXPLORE WITH expedition. Come on board with GET READY the following in your expedition. an open mind and we promise

you an adventure of a lifetime. / Agurtxane Klaussner / Andrea Concellon Anderson Kalvig © Andreas Expert guiding with the Expedition Team The Expedition Team members are all specialists in their field, selected for THE EXPERTS FOR YOUR your specific voyage and itinerary. They will join you on included activities, host lectures and lead educational sessions on board and on shore.

Activities on board and on shore Join us on a series of activities designed to immerse you in your destinations ADVENTURE including small expedition boat cruising and on shore exploration. Lectures and happenings In depth lectures on history, wildlife, glaciology, culture, climate change and sustainability. Destination-specific themes will provide context to your expedition and help you better understand your destination.

Relax and renew in maximum comfort Use the ship’s hot tubs, sauna and fitness room.

Food and beverages Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house wine and beer, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune. Complimentary tea and coffee throughout the day.

Loan of equipment on hikes and activities Loan of boots, trekking poles, all equipment for activities. urtigruten is an expert in every aspect of expedition travelling. On our journeys, you benefit from the skills of a full Close encounters to make your voyage even better Expedition Team, who serve as hosts, lecturers, instructors, The Expedition Teams take you out on small Other teachers and guides. boat cruises and ashore to get close to the You will receive a complimentary wind- and water-resistant H remarkable places you’ve learned about on © Shutterstock jacket and a reusable water bottle. Enjoy free basic Wi-Fi*. board, while making sure we never disturb At the end of each expedition there will be a farewell event. Passion and knowledge fragile wildlife and nature. *Please be aware that we sail in remote areas with very Our Expedition Team members have something in common – they are limited connections. Streaming is not supported. all skilled and passionate about sharing their knowledge. These experts are selected to help you get the very best out of each place we explore. Landings and excursions Our voyages are designed to offer a great selection of adventures for On board, they present lectures to help expand your understanding. all levels and abilities – from escorted landings using our fleet of small They offer you in-depth lectures on history, climate change, sustainability, expedition boats, to guided hikes. Your expedition cruise includes wildlife, earth science, culture and destination specific themes. excursions that can be reserved for no additional charge. These included excursions an often be combined with other excursions available in port. © Ørjan Bertelsen © Martin Haasenritter 11 days MS SPITSBERGEN

© Martin Haasenritter Day 5 Departures 2022: 23 April / 03 May Isle of & , From £2,490pp World famous for its religious connections, Iona was settled in 563 AD by the Irish missionary, St Colomba. The much-restored Abbey still remains a place of © Shutterstock pilgrimage and peace. Wide views from the beach stretch west towards the .

We will explore Treshnish Isles, a group of distinctive volcanic islands which are home to a wealth of wildlife, from nesting puffins to colonies of kittiwakes, razorbills, The Scottish Isles guillemots and Atlantic grey seals. Fingal’s Cave, immortalised by Mendelssohn’s glorious ‘Hebrides Overture’, is on the cave-riddled island of . The basalt columns here are a northern extension of the Giant’s Causeway and is best viewed from the sea where the colour of the waters within the cave and its rising Island Hopping columns are at their most impressive. Day 6 St. Kilda, Island, Scotland Any visit to this distant and wild archipelago, with its in the Hebrides breathtaking sea cliffs, is totally weather-dependent. As a UNESCO double World Heritage Site and the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the National Trust for Scotland, it is an See spectacular island scenery and charming towns in unforgettable experience. Minke whales are frequently seen around the swirling waters of the archipelago. the Inner and Outer Hebrides, visit Coruisk, one of Day 10 the most beautiful freshwater lakes in all of Scotland Day 7 Isle of , Scotland and Shiant Isles, Scotland Home to over 200 bird including the rare corncrake, HIGHLIGHTS and engage in bird and wildlife spotting, especially in Originally a Viking settlement, Stornoway is the main town this is a gentle island of woods and pretty beaches. of the Western Isles and the capital of the , Colonsay House is home to exotic gardens and the See spectacular island St. Kilda and the Treshnish Isles. a bustling harbour and waterfront with museums and art surrounding areas have over 400 species of flora. scenery and charming towns in the Inner and galleries are overlooked by the handsome Outer Hebrides which we invite you to explore with us. Further afield are Day 11 mills and cottages where hard-wearing Harris Tweed is Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland Visit Loch Coruisk, one woven. There are tiny folk museums, the world-famous Our voyage ends back in Glasgow (Greenock), home to of the most beautiful Callanish Standing Stones, and the mysterious freshwater lakes in all more than 20 museums and galleries, including the of Scotland Broch - the best preserved fort in Scotland dating back magnificent Kelvingrove Art Gallery and the Riverside more than 2,000 years. Museum. Many of these are housed in distinctive Victorian Visit “off the beaten buildings, some designed by renowned architect Charles track” destinations Late afternoon we explore the Shiant Isles. Privately owned Rennie Mackintosh. This is definitely a city you’ll want to since 1937, this tiny archipelago has numerous colonies of explore more before you head home. Engage in bird and nesting seabirds. Puffins, razorbills, shags, eider ducks and wildlife spotting, especially in St. Kilda guillemots all throng the surrounding waters, perching on and the Treshnish Isles volcanic ledges above basking sharks and seals. Day 8 INCLUDED Loch Scavaig and Isle of , Scotland Loch Scavaig leads to one of the most romantic and • Lecture programmes © Shutterstock dramatic lochs in Scotland – freshwater Loch Coruisk. • Science activities Painted by Turner and a popular destination for the • Nature landings Victorians, this is a powerful landscape promising great • Birdwatching hiking and kayaking. • Hikes/walks

The Isle of Eigg has forts, a 6th century church, and turbulent clan history with a massacre of 395 MacDonalds in a sea-shore cave. Day 9 Itinerary of Mull, Scotland

© Shutterstock The is a large island of sweeping moors, tiny Day 1 hamlets and castles. Recognised as the island’s capital, Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland Tobermory is a delightful deep-water fishing port where Our voyage starts in Glasgow, famous for its Victorian as well as art brightly painted Georgian houses ring the tiny bay. The town nouveau architecture and home to such institutions as the Scottish Ballet, has a good variety of cafés and restaurants, book shops, Opera and National Theatre. craft shops, a tiny museum and an ancient distillery.

Stretching inland opposite Tobermory lies Britain’s most

Day 2 © Shutterstock © Shutterstock , Scotland westerly mainland point, Loch . The deep, quiet This island is a haven for wildlife. Dramatic mountains, a distinctive waters of this long loch offer sheltered kayaking, while the distillery and good hiking all add to a microcosm of Scotland. loch shores provide superb walking, perhaps to the recently town has a 16th century red-sandstone castle whilst the ruined castle of established distillery. Guarding the entrance of the loch was once a royal hunting lodge. stands 13th century , once the stronghold of the MacIains. The castle has been frequently fought over, changing hands many times between the Macdonald and Day 3 Campbell clans. , Scotland This is ‘ island’, world renowned for its peaty single-malt and distilleries. As a stop-off for wintering geese and migrating birds, there is good bird spotting. In charming Bowmore are a handful of small shops, an interesting round church with no corners, plus superb

© Shutterstock © Shutterstock cliff-top walks. Polar Inside Polar Outside Arctic Superior Expedition Day 4 Cabin Cabin Cabin Suite Isle of , Scotland Tiny Gigha (pronounced Gee’a) is owned by the islanders. Dairy cows fr PP fr PP fr PP fr PP produce a distinctive cheddar-type cheese, whilst Achamore House, £2,490 £2,938 £3,636 £4,383 was once the home of Sir James Horlick who created a colourful and impressive display of rhododendrons. © Ted Creek © Ted 13 days MS SPITSBERGEN Departs 2022: 13 May (Northbound) Departs 2022: 11 April (Southbound) From £2,879pp From £2,714pp

The Scottish Isles

Day 5 overlooked by the handsome Lews Castle which we , Scotland invite you to explore with us. Further afield are mills Whiskey & Wildlife Known as the ‘Gateway to the Isles’, Oban reached and cottages where hard-wearing Harris Tweed is its heyday when the railway arrived, adding to its life woven. There are tiny folk museums, the world- famous Callanish Standing Stones, and the mys- as a busy fishing port. Now a popular holiday spot, © Shutterstock the Victorian buildings cluster round the port. terious Carloway Broch - the best-preserved fort in Scotland dating back more than 2,000 years. As this expedition voyage is still under development, our stop from the Hebrides in Oban may change to another exciting destination in this area Day 10 of Western Scotland. Once we have confirmed the final details in the itinerary, we will update this information accordingly. , Kirkwall is the capital of the Orkney archipelago. Day 6 The first mention of a settlement here is in a saga to the Shetlands from 1046, and the name Kirkwall derives from the Isle of Iona & Treshnish Isles, Scotland Norse `Kirkjuvagr´ (Church Bay). Today, Kirkwall is Iona was settled in 563AD by the Irish missionary, one of the most attractive and well-preserved small St Colomba. The much-restored Abbey remains a towns in Scotland. The community is dominated HIGHLIGHTS place of pilgrimage and peace. by the famous St. Magnus Cathedral.

We will explore the Treshnish Isles, home to a Visit the Inner and Outer wealth of wildlife from nesting puffins to kittiwakes, Day 11 Hebrides, Orkney Islands and Islands razorbills, guillemots and Atlantic grey seals. , Shetland Islands, Scotland Lonely Fair Isle with its high red-sandstone cliffs and Engage in bird and Fingal’s Cave, immortalised by Mendelssohn’s gentle rolling fields is a vital stop for migrating birds wildlife spotting, glorious ‘Hebrides Overture’, is on island of Staffa. and has had a permanent Bird Observatory since especially in St. Kilda The basalt columns here are a northern extension of 1948. Synonymous with unique geometric knitwear and the Treshnish Isles the Giant’s Causeway. It is best viewed from the sea possibly of Spanish or Scandinavian origin, the island also boasts a mini ‘ Keepers’ golf Taste authentic Scottish where the colour of the waters within the cave and whiskies from the barrel its rising columns are at their most impressive. course and a friendly, self-sufficient population. at various distilleries in Islay Day 12 Day 7 Explore remote islands Loch Scavaig and Isle of Canna, Scotland , Shetland Islands, Scotland with diverse landscapes Surrounded by the high peaks of the Skye Cullins, Lerwick is the main port of the Shetland Islands. and magnificent scenery Loch Scavaig leads to one of the most romantic Founded in the 17th century as a fishing port, and dramatic lochs in Scotland – freshwater Loch today Lerwick is a bustling, cosmopolitan town. Coruisk. Painted by Turner and a popular The old waterfront is still active with visiting yachts INCLUDED destination for the Victorians, this is a powerful and working fishing boats. The area boasts some landscape promising great hiking and kayaking. of Shetland's most attractive scenery and an • Lecture programmes extraordinary of archaeological sites, • Science activities We head to the Isle of Canna, which is the most including two remarkable Iron Age villages. • Nature landings sheltered of the , known as ‘the Garden • Birdwatching of the Hebrides’. Linked by causeway to the island Day 13 • Hikes/walks Sanday with its puffin colonies, Bergen, Before heading home, we stroll through Bergen´s Day 8 historic harbour area, fronted by wooden houses St. Kilda, Hirta Island, Scotland dating back as far as the 1300s. You can also take a Any visit to this distant and wild archipelago, with its trip up to nearby Mount Fløyen via funicular tram breathtaking sea cliffs, is totally weather-dependent. for views over the city and surrounding mountains. © Shutterstock As a UNESCO double World Heritage Site and the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the National Trust for Scotland, it is an unforgettable experience. The outlying stacs and islands, which are the remains of a volcanic crater, provide ledges for thousands of nesting seabirds. Visit the Inner and Outer Hebrides, Orkney Islands Itinerary (For the southbound itinerary the voyage is reversed) Minke whales are frequently seen around the swirling waters of the archipelago. and Shetland Islands and engage in bird and © Shutterstock © Shutterstock Day 1 wildlife spotting, especially in St. Kilda and the Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland Day 9 Treshnish Isles. Taste authentic Scottish whiskies Our voyage starts in Glasgow, famous for its Victorian as well as art nouveau Stornoway, Lewis & Harris, Scotland architecture and home to the Scottish Ballet, Opera and National Theatre. Originally a Viking settlement, Stornoway is the capital at various distilleries in Islay. Enjoy a private visit of the Isle of Lewis, which is the largest and most Day 2 northerly of the Outer Hebrides. A bustling harbour of on the Isle of Mull hosted by Belfast, Northern Ireland and waterfront with museums and art galleries are the Clan Chief. Belfast is the birthplace of the Titanic, as well as being the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland. Experience Giants Causeway, hike through spectacular scenery or explore what this impressive city has to offer. Northbound Itinerary Day 3 Peel, Polar Inside Cabin Polar Outside Cabin Arctic Superior Cabin Expedition Suite The pretty port of Peel was the 14th century capital of the island and seat to the King of Mann. Winding lanes of merchants’ houses, bear witness to fr PP fr PP fr PP fr PP © Shutterstock £2,879 £3,397 £3,915 £5,067 the 19th century fishing schooners built here which traded from Ireland to Shetland. Peel Castle, connected by causeway dates from the 11th century. Southbound Itinerary Day 4 Islay, Scotland Polar Inside Cabin Polar Outside Cabin Arctic Superior Cabin Expedition Suite Once the seat of the MacDonalds, Lords of the Isles, Islay is world renowned for its many whisky distilleries. As a stop-off for migrating birds, there is fr PP fr PP fr PP fr PP good bird spotting. £2,714 £3,202 £3,691 £4,776 © Sabine Klepsch © Sabine MSIntroducing Spitsbergen © Tor Farstad © Tor © Agurtxane Concellon

fter complete reconstruction, –– MS Spitsbergen is named after the crown MS Spitsbergen joined the Hurtigruten fleet in 2016. The ship features high jewel of Arctic Norway, the Svalbard archipelago technical standards as well as MS SPITSBERGEN STATS comfortable,A modern public areas and cabins. and its biggest island, Spitsbergen. Modern and environmentally progressive, General Ship facilities Accommodation MS Spitsbergen carries approximately 300 Year of construction: 2009 Expedition Team Cabins: 100 passengers giving you the ultimate small Year of refurbishment: 2016 Explorer bar Expedition Suites: 9 ship experience. Panoramic lounge Arctic Superior: 34 Ship yard – Explorer lounge Polar Outside: 33 Estaleiro Navais de Compass Service Centre Polar Inside: 18 Viana do Castelo (POR) Key Features Brygga bistro PLENTY OF SPACE Shop Flag The communal areas are wide and open, giving Norway Torget main dining you plenty of room to walk around and relax in. T Wi-Fi The cabins and a comfortable size and all have Service Speed Sauna MS SPITSBERGEN an ensuite bathroom. 14.5 knots Fitness room SMA Lift LL SH STYLISH AND NATURAL Gross tonnage EXPEDITIO IP The vessel’s fresh Scandinavian design reflects 7,344 Hot tub NS a colour palette derived from the sea. The sleek Guest launderette and modern décor is perfectly combined with Main Dimensions Panoramic deck 8 traditional homely elements. Length: 100.54m Outside bar for events, Beam: 18m decks 7 & 8 INFORMAL There is no dress code or formal clothing needed on board. Adventure doesn’t need eraton ec 8 dresses or dinner jackets! ot tu auna 7

6 xlorer lounge ar MANOEUVRABLE SIZE Aune an nng cence Center eceton o 5 xlorer lounge ar eraton ec As one of our smallest expedition ships, otal 4 ener lo 3 MS Spitsbergen is small enough to sail close 2 to the coast for breath-taking views and to access areas the larger ships can’t reach.

The fresh Scandinavian

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–– Hurtigruten is proud to provide eco-friendly expedition cruises for adventurous travellers around the world.

ur history and traditions call on us to explore in the most sustainable way possible, Banning single-use plastic introduce green technology, advocate stricter Everything from straws and drinking glasses to plastic regulations, fight overtourism and support bags were removed or replaced on all our Olocal communities. Our goal is to achieve emission-free ships, and in our restaurants and hotels. operations, and we have adopted the UN Sustainable We replaced single-use plastics with Development Goals as our guide to offer you the greenest sustainable alternatives and are constantly and most advanced expedition voyages on Earth. working to reduce our waste overall.

Green technology Protecting Arctic wildlife In 2019 we launched the world’s first Hurtigruten is dedicated to preserving and protecting hybrid powered expedition ship, the areas we explore. We observe wildlife at a distance MS Roald Amundsen, and in 2020 the to preserve natural behaviour and do so with the utmost sister ship MS Fridtjof Nansen followed. respect for the welfare and habitat. Through science, research and education, we aim to increase our understanding and preservence of animal life. Cleaner fuel We will be the first expedition cruise line to power our ships with liquified biogas (LBG) – a fossil-free, renewable Making a difference fuel produced from organic waste, including The Hurtigruten Foundation was established to ensure waste matter from local fisheries that that our guests of tomorrow can enjoy the same doesn’t add to climate change of lead to meaningful travel experiences our guests do today. food insecurity. Hurtigruten is also The Foundation supports a variety of projects, such as actively advocating a ban on polluting studying whale populations, fighting marine pollution, and toxic heavy fuel oil (HFO) worldwide. supporting beach clean-ups and other local initiatives. BOOK NOW 0208 846 2666 VISIT HURTIGRUTEN.CO.UK www.facebook.com/ www.instagram.com/ www.youtube.com/ CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED TRAVEL AGENT HurtigrutenUK hurtigruten hurtigruten

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